13 Essential Resources for Learning about Front-End Development

Here’s a little riddle for you. What do you call someone who loves design and color, but also likes to do really technical, logical work, and learn constantly? In case you didn’t read the title for this post, the answer would be a “front-end developer.”

This versatile job influences what a website looks like as well as some of the basic functions (like what happens when you click a button). And one of the coolest things about front-end development is that there are tons of resources out there so you can learn on your own. No computer science degree necessary.

I know the web can be a scary place, so I’ve done the hard part and found some of the best resources out there so you don’t have to waste your time. No need to spend hours Googling things aimlessly—just check out the 13 essential resources below.

For a simple breakdown of what web developers do, which coding languages you might want to familiarize yourself with, and other useful resources, check out One Day One Job’s guide to Careers in Software Development.

If you still think you’re not qualified ‘cause you don’t have a computer science degree (wait—have you even been paying attention?), visit the How did you become a front-end developer? discussion on LinkedIn where people from different backgrounds (music, English, art, and design—to name a few) describe their path to front-end development.

Check out our e-book on front-end development!

If you're interested in learning more about front-end development, be sure to check out our e-book, "Your Guide to Getting Into Front-End Development." It's packed with useful information on how to get a job as a front-end developer, what hiring managers are looking for when they review your résumé and cover letter, and what it's like to work in this fast-paced and creative field.
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